Tag: Tropical Plants
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9 Indoor Trees That Will Actually Survive in Low Light
Do you have a shady corner of your home that needs a little love? Look no further, this list of 9 low light indoor trees will actually survive in that dark corner where your other plants have gone to die. When it comes to indoor trees that will grow in low light conditions things can […]
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Epiphytic Houseplants: Everything You Need to Know
Including what they are and how to keep them happy indoors. An epiphyte is a type of plant that grows on another plant but is not parasitic. Epiphytes don’t require much (if any) soil as their roots absorb water and micronutrients from the air and debris around them. If this concept sounds foreign when it […]
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How to Grow Snake Plants (Mother-in-Law’s Tongue)
Hardy, drought-tolerant, & low-maintenance. Snake plants, also commonly called ‘mother-in-law’s tongue’, are one of my favourite houseplants because they are low-maintenance and hard-to-kill. I think they add a modern touch of greenery to any space, and they thrive on neglect. Plus, there are lots of cool varieties to choose from! Anytime I have a low-light […]
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How to Grow Silver Sword Philodendron (Philodendron Hastatum)
The silver sword philodendron (Philodendron hastatum) is a unique species of Philodendron that is native to the tropical rainforests of Brazil. It earned its name thanks to its stunning silvery-green sword-shaped foliage which has a shimmery appearance under the right light. The silver sword philodendron is considered rare and can be difficult to come by. […]
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How to Propagate Snake Plants in Water With 100% Success
No more rotted cuttings with this simple trick! Snake plants are awesome houseplants that are low-maintenance, air-purifying, and great for low light. Plus, propagating snake plants in water is super easy which means you can share your plant with friends and family (or just create more plants for your personal home jungle). While they are […]
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Alocasia Frydek: How to Grow the Green Velvet Alocasia
Alocasia frydek (Alocasia micholitziana), also commonly known as the green velvet alocasia, is a relatively rare variety of Alocasia that has skyrocketed in popularity over the past couple of years – and it’s easy to see why! This stunning Alocasia variety has velvety dark green leaves that are contrasted by stark light green veining. While […]
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DIY Chunky Soil Mix for Aroids
Perfect for philodendrons, monsteras, pothos, and more! As a beginner, all of my houseplants were potted in the same soil – Miracle Gro potting mix (*shudders* – more on that later). The idea that different plants needed different types of soil in order to grow best honestly wasn’t even on my radar. However, just as […]
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How to Propagate Pothos Plants in Water in 3 Steps
Pothos plants are some of the easiest plants to propagate. They are hardy, grow quickly, and grow well in water which makes them ideal for propagation by stem cuttings. My favourite way to propagate pothos is in water, although they can also be propagated in soil or in sphagnum moss. If you haven’t propagated a […]
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Monstera Deliciosa: How to Grow the Swiss Cheese Plant
Monstera deliciosa, also commonly referred to as the ‘swiss cheese plant’ or “split-leaf philodendron” (although monsteras are not a part of the philodendron genus at all!) has taken the plant world by storm and is undeniably one of the most common and popular houseplants out there. It’s pretty much guaranteed that you’ve seen these lush […]
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Top 10 Hard-to-Kill Houseplants
Don’t have a green thumb? Don’t worry, you can still grow happy, healthy plants indoors – I promise. The trick is finding plants that can withstand a little neglect (some plants actually prefer it!), and plants that can withstand your type of neglect. Are you a chronic over-waterer? Then maybe the prayer plant is best. […]